Intake Coordinator

Responsibilities We are currently looking for a dynamic professional to join our team. The Intake Coordinator assumes the responsibility for coordinating an effective, efficient admission process for all patients by receiving referrals, gathering and verifying pertinent information, and completing necessary procedures to schedule patients for assessments. Inputs statistical information into appropriate hospital systems. This role is part-time evenings 5 p.m. - 10 p.m. (weekdays). Benefits Challenging and rewarding work environment Competitive Compensation and Generous Paid Time Off Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans 401(K) with company match Career development opportunities with the facility and UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries! Educational Tuition Reimbursement Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in Psychology, Sociology, or a related field, or high school graduate with a minimum of two years clinical experience in a psychiatric setting. At least 1 year experience with insurance verification/billing preferred. Licenses or Certifications: Current CPR and Handle with Care; offered onsite to be obtained within three (3) weeks of hire. Skills and Abilities Excellent professional, organizational and communication skills. Ability to assess the physical, emotional, and psychological needs of patients during intake calls; good knowledge of admitting and insurance verification; effective verbal and written communication skills with patients, families, referral sources, community agencies, and staff. Knowledge of telephone etiquette is required. Must be able to interact with patients, physicians, families and hospital personnel in a professional and empathetic manner. Demonstrates strong knowledge of computer input and skills; knowledge of medical terminology; must have ability to work under stressful circumstances with frequent interruptions, multi-task and be detail oriented. Work is of medium demand, requiring heavy telephone and personal contact with patients, referral sources, community agencies and insurance companies. Excellent organizational skills EEO Statement All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success. #J-18808-Ljbffr